Destinations / Kakheti · Greater Caucasus
Tusheti (Omalo & Dartlo)
Untamed Highlands & Ancient Defensive Towers
Elevation: 1,650m - 4,493m (Tebulo) Best: Late June to Late September (Abano Pass Open) Drive: 6 - 7 hours via expedition 4x4
Regional Overview
Discover Tusheti (Omalo & Dartlo)
One of Europe's most remote inhabited alpine pockets. Accessible only 3-4 months per year across the precipitous Abano Pass, Tusheti is home to fortified slate villages like Omalo, Dartlo, and Diklo, untouched alpine horse routes, and ancient shepherd customs.
Why Travel to Tusheti (Omalo & Dartlo)
- ✓Epic 4x4 road trip traversing Europe's highest drivable mountain pass (Abano Pass)
- ✓Iconic petroglyph slate tower villages of Keselo and Dartlo
- ✓Unmatched horseback trekking over untrodden high Caucasus ridges
- ✓Taste authentic Gouda sheep cheese aged in sheepskin bags
Tours & Expeditions in Tusheti (Omalo & Dartlo)
Direct local operator bookings with zero price markups
More seasonal experiences currently being added for this region.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tusheti (Omalo & Dartlo)
Is the road to Tusheti safe?
The Abano Pass road is an extreme alpine track. Beyond Georgia operates this route exclusively with customized lifted 4WD vehicles piloted by veteran Tush drivers with decades of pass-crossing experience.
When is Tusheti open for visitors?
The pass typically clears of snow in late June and closes with early autumn snowfall in early October.